Dem Senate Candidate Arrested After Threatening Trump’s Life

Assistant U.S. Attorney Jocelyn Ballantine argued that he should remain in custody pending trial, while U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said the investigation remains ongoing and indicated that additional charges could be filed.

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Allen appeared in court wearing a blue jail uniform and faces charges including attempted assassination of the President of the United States, discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence, and transporting a firearm across state lines, Fox News reported.

Allen spoke softly during his court appearance.

As he was led into the courtroom by marshals, he scanned the public gallery, which included over 40 members of the press and general public.

He nodded as Magistrate Judge Matthew Sharbaugh explained various aspects of the proceedings.